Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) - Simri, Buxar
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is a village situated in the Simri subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simri and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Rajpur Kalan Parsanpah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is 247814. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 802135 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village had a total population of 768 people, including 403 males and 365 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.67%, with male literacy at 81.79% and female literacy at 64.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 403 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 274 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 129 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
Where is Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) located?
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village is located in Simri Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is Rajpur Kalan Parsanpah.
What is the pincode of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)?
The pincode of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is 802135.
What is the population of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)?
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) had a total population of 768, including 403 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)?
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) was 73.67%. Male literacy was 81.79% and female literacy was 64.69%.